The Flourishing Culture Leadership Podcast

What are some best practices that empower businesses to be both profitable and purposeful for God’s Kingdom? How does a Christian business owner balance the demands of business with valuing employees and customers? Dr. Hannah Stolze, Executive Director of the Wheaton College Center for Faith and Innovation, and Troy Meachum, CEO of ACR Supply Company join this conversation to share a recent case study that has these answers.  Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/s7e38hannahstolzetroymeachum Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on Twitter https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at info@bcwinstitute.org 

Are you wondering how to facilitate the transformation of your organization? This episode is about a transformational leader who is guiding positive change in a difficult environment—that's Christian education. Listen to this conversation with Steve Mason, the president of LeTourneau University. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/s7e37drstevendmason Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on Twitter https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at info@bcwinstitute.org 

The term liminal space means a threshold. It's what you do when you’re in a season of transition, in a time of waiting and when you don't know the future. We all face transitions in life, in our leadership, in our organizations, and even in our families. Jon DeWaal, founder of Liminal Space highlighted some ways to move through a transition season in a thoughtful, meaningful process. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/jondewaal Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on Twitter https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at info@bcwinstitute.org 

If you were the new CEO of an organization that's only a year from bankruptcy with a staff that's not engaged, what would you do? Reverend Jeremy Montgomery is the President and CEO of Philly House, the second-oldest rescue mission in the United States. Listen to learn the steps he took to quickly move from toxic to flourishing. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/s7e35jeremymontgomery Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on Twitter https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at info@bcwinstitute.org 

What are the values that help your organization's impact grow? Well today, we'll hear from Justin Miller, CEO of Untold, who has seen his organization's impact explode in just fifteen years since founding it. Listen in to learn how he, his team, and board have built a ministry to help others flourish. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/s7e34justinmiller Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on Twitter https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at info@bcwinstitute.org 

Do you wonder what it would take to turn a culture from toxic to flourishing? Today, we talk with a leader who did just that. Today’s podcast touches the heart of why we do what we do at Best Christian Workplaces.  Our conversation is with a leader whose work is all about facilitating the transformation of at-risk kids, aged 5 to 17.    When he joined the organization, he was faced with fixing a toxic workplace with disengaged employees. Our conversation is about how he moved their workplace from toxic to flourishing. We know it isn’t easy to transform a workplace, but it’s worth the effort when you get to see your employees flourish and deepen their commitment to the mission and vision of your organization, particularly when kids are involved.    I’m delighted to welcome Ron Riley, Executive Director of Cookson Hills. Ron has been with Cookson Hills, a children’s home in Northeast Oklahoma, now for three years.   Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/s7e33ronriley Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on Twitter https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at info@bcwinstitute.org 

Are skinny jeans and fog machines at the heart of your church's growth strategy? Well, who are you turning to for help? And what are the best strategies for growth? Today's show with pastor and author, Jim Cymbala of the Brooklyn Tabernacle, answers your questions. Listen in as he fans the flame to renew your calling to finish the work that you have received. Serving as a pastor or church leader has never been easy. But recent data show a high level of fatigue and discouragement among pastors – and many are leaving the ministry.  In fact, in a recent survey, Barna Research says that 38% of pastors have thought about quitting full-time ministry in the past year.    How can you as a pastor or Christian leader find renewed passion for your calling, and regular refreshment, so you aren’t serving on empty?  Today’s podcast will highlight ways to fan the flame of the calling God has placed in you, so you can continue to serve.   I’m delighted to welcome Jim Cymbala, Pastor of Brooklyn Tabernacle. Jim has been a pastor for more than 50 years, and along with leading Brooklyn Tabernacle, he has a heart for encouraging and equipping other pastors. His most recent book is Fan the Flame.   Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/s7e32jimcymbala Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on Twitter https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at info@bcwinstitute.org 

Leaders we've all been through a few storms these past couple of years and none of us are sure that they're even over. So how do we deal with feelings of anxiety, loneliness, anger, and even fear? Listen in as we talk with a leader and author about how to be focused and energized in our leadership. Church leaders have come through several difficult years, having to quickly adapt to changing circumstances. Some of you are discouraged, tired, or disappointed and need a fresh vision to move forward. In the midst of this season, we affirm that God is still God, and he still walks with us. In today's episode, we will have an honest conversation about struggles you may face as a leader. My hope is that this time will encourage you with a renewed sense of God’s presence with you.   I’m delighted to welcome Jarrett Stephens, Senior Pastor of Champion Forest Baptist Church, and the author of The Always God. Jarrett has more than 20 years of ministry experience and is a seasoned leader. He is committed to bringing a message of hope that our God never changes, even when we live through chaotic times.  Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/s7e31jarrettstephens Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on Twitter https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/ Email our host at info@bcwinstitute.org 

Are you finding it difficult to attract and retain your best people? Well, today's conversation is with a leader whose organization has low turnover because of a flourishing workplace culture. Listen in as he describes five initiatives that contribute to their workplace health. How do you as a leader foster an environment of innovation in your organization? What role does inspirational leadership and an atmosphere of trust play in creating space for flourishing? In today's episode, we’ll learn from a leader who has consistently provided an environment for growth, flourishing, and fun in the workplace.   I’m delighted to welcome Garret Larsen, President of Cho-Yeh Camp and Conference Center. Garret has been with the camp for 15 years and has been President for 10 years. He has a track record of inspirational leadership and innovation.  Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/s7e30garretlarsen Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on Twitter https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/Email our host at info@bcwinstitute.org 

I'll bet you're hearing a lot about wage inflation and wondering what to do. Well, today we talk about strategies to address wage inflation, that don't cost a lot of money. How do you, as a leader, navigate salary decisions in this season of wage inflation and a tight labor market? Well, are there any specific and important strategies to consider, in addition to salaries, as you seek to build an engaged workforce? Well, we think there are. There's lots of buzz right now about wages and pay structures, and you may feel pressured to respond. Well, in today's podcast we invite you to pause and consider how to help your employees thrive in an environment that provides not only fair compensation, but other important factors for a flourishing workplace. I'm delighted to welcome back Giselle Jenkins, the consulting director here at the Best Christian Workplaces. Giselle has a deep well of experience in leadership consulting. She's an expert on developing flourishing workplace cultures by designing programs that attract, retain, and develop fantastic people. Giselle, it's great to have you back on the podcast again. Find full show notes here: https://bit.ly/s7e29gisellejenkinswageinflation Share the love. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate it on Apple Podcasts and write a brief review. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flourishing-culture-podcast/id1060724960?mt=2   By doing so, you will help spread our podcast to more listeners, and thereby help more Christian workplaces learn to build flourishing cultures. Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on Twitter https://twitter.com/allopus  Follow our Host, Al Lopus, on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/allopus/Email our host at info@bcwinstitute.org